News Focus
- Manuel Neuer is suffering from muscular problems in his calf muscle.
- The Bayern Munich captain could still feature against RB Leipzig in the DFB Pokal final on Saturday.
- Germany coach Hansi Flick is monitoring the situation ahead of the World Cup.
- A final decision on his availability will be made after training on Thursday.
- The veteran keeper has earned over 124 caps for Germany since his 2009 debut.
Bayern Munich are sweating over the fitness of their captain Manuel Neuer. The Germany international is dealing with calf issues that threaten to sideline him for crucial upcoming matches.
Sources at the club indicate that the goalkeeper will only start in the DFB Pokal final if he completes team training on Thursday without discomfort. Manager Julian Nagelsmann plans to hold a decisive meeting with the shot-stopper before the squad announcement to assess his condition.
The injury has also sparked concern within the Germany national team camp. Coaching staff maintain constant communication with Bayern’s medical team to determine how this setback might impact Neuer’s role at the World Cup.
Since making his international bow in 2009, the 36-year-old has established himself as his country’s first-choice keeper. He has made more than 124 appearances for Germany and has kept 51 clean sheets during his distinguished international career.